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Accordingly Quote by Max Stirner

“The moral man is necessarily narrow in that he knows no other enemy than the 'immoral' man. 'He who is not moral is immoral!' and accordingly reprobate, despicable, etc. Therefore, the moral man can never comprehend the egoist.” quote by Max Stirner
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“The moral man is necessarily narrow in that he knows no other enemy than the 'immoral' man. 'He who is not moral is immoral!' and accordingly reprobate, despicable, etc. Therefore, the moral man can never comprehend the egoist.”

Max Stirner

About This Quote

Source Book: The Ego and Its Own by Max Stirner, 1844

A morally strict person sees only immoral others as enemies, making it impossible to understand self‑interest.

In simple terms: Moral rigidity blinds understanding of egoism.

Key Takeaway

Recognize limits of moral absolutism.

Themes

morality egoism understanding conflict

Mood

reflective critical thoughtful

Type

philosophical analytical

When to use this quote

  • political debate
  • personal relationships
  • ethical education
  • psychological analysis

Key Concepts

ethical absolutism self‑interest philosophical anthropology

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does moral certainty affect empathy?
  • Can one appreciate egoism without moral condemnation?
A Different Perspective

Moral judgments may oversimplify complex motivations.

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